[nysbirds-l] Evening Grosbeaks
Good morning all, I had a new yardbird today - EVENING GROSBEAKS. The birds were calling from a neighbors yard in downtown Buffalo. I heard 2, possibly more. Keep your eyes (and ears) open, and happy birding. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY Jfell2000 at gmail dot com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Evening Grosbeaks
Good morning all, I had a new yardbird today - EVENING GROSBEAKS. The birds were calling from a neighbors yard in downtown Buffalo. I heard 2, possibly more. Keep your eyes (and ears) open, and happy birding. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY Jfell2000 at gmail dot com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Woodcock etc.
Trying to make an effort to see some early migrants, I had at least 8 Woodcock at Red Jacket Riverfront Park in Buffalo on Wednesday. Birds bite scattered throughout the park, calling and making their twittering flight sounds. I don’t know that I have heard so many in one small spot since I was a kid! Yesterday I had quite a few Rusty Blackbirds and 3 Ravens at Tifft. I did not see the Eurasian Wigeon, but ducks weren’t as numerous as I’d expect. For those interested, Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper will be doing some cleanups in April and May - please consider participating: https://bnwaterkeeper.org/programs/cleanup/ Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Woodcock etc.
Trying to make an effort to see some early migrants, I had at least 8 Woodcock at Red Jacket Riverfront Park in Buffalo on Wednesday. Birds bite scattered throughout the park, calling and making their twittering flight sounds. I don’t know that I have heard so many in one small spot since I was a kid! Yesterday I had quite a few Rusty Blackbirds and 3 Ravens at Tifft. I did not see the Eurasian Wigeon, but ducks weren’t as numerous as I’d expect. For those interested, Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper will be doing some cleanups in April and May - please consider participating: https://bnwaterkeeper.org/programs/cleanup/ Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Gulls - Niagara Falls - 1-10-2121
I had a little bit of time today and headed to the Falls to see if I could catch up with the Slaty-backed Gull and Harlequin Duck - no luck. Of the more interesting gulls, I had 5 Iceland Gulls (4 Kumlien's and 1 Thayer's), 5 Lesser Black-backed and 1 Glaucous Gull. People were present and hoping to see the Slaty-backed, but I am not sure if they had any luck. It appears that others reported seeing the bird today. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Gulls - Niagara Falls - 1-10-2121
I had a little bit of time today and headed to the Falls to see if I could catch up with the Slaty-backed Gull and Harlequin Duck - no luck. Of the more interesting gulls, I had 5 Iceland Gulls (4 Kumlien's and 1 Thayer's), 5 Lesser Black-backed and 1 Glaucous Gull. People were present and hoping to see the Slaty-backed, but I am not sure if they had any luck. It appears that others reported seeing the bird today. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Common Nighthawk - Buffalo
While leaving Wegmans (Amherst St - Blackrock) this evening just after 10:00 pm, I had a Common Nighthawk calling. There may have been an additional bird or two, but I could not see the birds due to the floodlights in the lot. A nice and unexpected treat! Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Common Nighthawk - Buffalo
While leaving Wegmans (Amherst St - Blackrock) this evening just after 10:00 pm, I had a Common Nighthawk calling. There may have been an additional bird or two, but I could not see the birds due to the floodlights in the lot. A nice and unexpected treat! Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Buffalo area birds
Today (4-26) I had 23 Fox Sparrows at Forest Lawn - far and away the largest number of this species I've seen, although have been seeing many so far this spring. Also present in smaller numbers were White-throated, Chipping, Song and Field, and some other migrants. https://ebird.org/checklist/S67855320 Yesterday (4-25) yielded an Eastern Kingbird at Tifft Nature Preserve. There was a good mix of migrants, although the only warbler species I encountered was Yellow-rumped. There were quite a few folks out, and some were not great about physical distancing. https://ebird.org/checklist/S67815909 I have also had the pleasure of a Fish Crow visiting my yard (4-18, 22 & 23). I have included some mediocre photos and audio for the most recent appearance. https://ebird.org/checklist/S67693823 Please be safe out there! Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Buffalo area birds
Today (4-26) I had 23 Fox Sparrows at Forest Lawn - far and away the largest number of this species I've seen, although have been seeing many so far this spring. Also present in smaller numbers were White-throated, Chipping, Song and Field, and some other migrants. https://ebird.org/checklist/S67855320 Yesterday (4-25) yielded an Eastern Kingbird at Tifft Nature Preserve. There was a good mix of migrants, although the only warbler species I encountered was Yellow-rumped. There were quite a few folks out, and some were not great about physical distancing. https://ebird.org/checklist/S67815909 I have also had the pleasure of a Fish Crow visiting my yard (4-18, 22 & 23). I have included some mediocre photos and audio for the most recent appearance. https://ebird.org/checklist/S67693823 Please be safe out there! Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Virginia Rail, Rusty Blackbird - Tifft Nature Preserve - Buffalo
I took a walk to Tifft on Tuesday 3-24-20 and had Virginia Rail off Old Tifft St (reported previously by P. Corrigan). Also in that area was at least 1 Rusty Blackbird (although it was possible there may have been more). The Mute Swan previously reported by A. Nowicki was also present, along with a nice variety of other expected waterfowl. This was the first time I have seen a Mute Swan at Tifft. The full checklist can be seen here: https://ebird.org/checklist/S66188526 David and Marilyn, I apologize for not mentioning the rail. I was more excited about the Rusty! Joe Fell Buffalo, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Virginia Rail, Rusty Blackbird - Tifft Nature Preserve - Buffalo
I took a walk to Tifft on Tuesday 3-24-20 and had Virginia Rail off Old Tifft St (reported previously by P. Corrigan). Also in that area was at least 1 Rusty Blackbird (although it was possible there may have been more). The Mute Swan previously reported by A. Nowicki was also present, along with a nice variety of other expected waterfowl. This was the first time I have seen a Mute Swan at Tifft. The full checklist can be seen here: https://ebird.org/checklist/S66188526 David and Marilyn, I apologize for not mentioning the rail. I was more excited about the Rusty! Joe Fell Buffalo, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Nocturnal migrants - Buffalo - 5-30-19
I just had a small burst of activity over my house. At least 8 Swainson’s Thrush as well as 2 Gray-cheeked Thrush and 2 Common Nighthawks. While I have had the thrushes call in the middle of the night, I don’t recall ever hearing nighthawks at this hour. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY Jfell2000 at gmail dot com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Nocturnal migrants - Buffalo - 5-30-19
I just had a small burst of activity over my house. At least 8 Swainson’s Thrush as well as 2 Gray-cheeked Thrush and 2 Common Nighthawks. While I have had the thrushes call in the middle of the night, I don’t recall ever hearing nighthawks at this hour. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY Jfell2000 at gmail dot com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Forest Lawn Cemetery - Buffalo, NY
I stopped by Forest Lawn after a rough day at work! Birds seen included: 2 Mourning Warblers, 1 Canada Warbler, 1 Yellow-bellied Flycatcher, 1 Gray-cheeked Thrush and 1 Swainson's Thrush. I believe Kevin Rybczynski and several others also caught up with these birds earlier in the day. There were few birders and photographers out today - while quantity was lacking compared to the past couple of weeks, the birds present were rather exciting. A list of birds reported can be seen here: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S56547766 Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2000 at gmail dot com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Forest Lawn Cemetery - Buffalo, NY
I stopped by Forest Lawn after a rough day at work! Birds seen included: 2 Mourning Warblers, 1 Canada Warbler, 1 Yellow-bellied Flycatcher, 1 Gray-cheeked Thrush and 1 Swainson's Thrush. I believe Kevin Rybczynski and several others also caught up with these birds earlier in the day. There were few birders and photographers out today - while quantity was lacking compared to the past couple of weeks, the birds present were rather exciting. A list of birds reported can be seen here: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S56547766 Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2000 at gmail dot com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Forest Lawn Cemetery - Buffalo
I had both a Canada Warbler and Northern Waterthrush at Forest Lawn today. It seems that much of the activity over the past week or so has settled down. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY Joetf2000 at gmail dot com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Forest Lawn Cemetery - Buffalo
I had both a Canada Warbler and Northern Waterthrush at Forest Lawn today. It seems that much of the activity over the past week or so has settled down. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY Joetf2000 at gmail dot com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Prothonotary Warbler - Forest Lawn Cemetery - Buffalo NY
The Prothonotary Warbler found this morning by Rose Antos was re-found by Sue Barth along the creek behind the chapel. It put on a good show for me and several others present! I understand that it subsequently headed back towards Mirror Lake where it was originally found. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2000 at gmail dot com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Fish Crow and other sightings
This evening I was tending to a stunned Ovenbird when I had a Fish Crow in the company of American Crows fly over my yard - an unexpected surprise! The Ovenbird appeared to recover, and eventually flew off after 20 minutes or so. The whole lot of crows flew off towards downtown, with several birds heading north. This morning I had at least 3 Rusty Blackbirds calling from my neighbor's yard - another surprise! A checklist for this evening is here: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S55983438 Joe Fell Buffalo, NY JFell2000 at gmail dot com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Fish Crow and other sightings
This evening I was tending to a stunned Ovenbird when I had a Fish Crow in the company of American Crows fly over my yard - an unexpected surprise! The Ovenbird appeared to recover, and eventually flew off after 20 minutes or so. The whole lot of crows flew off towards downtown, with several birds heading north. This morning I had at least 3 Rusty Blackbirds calling from my neighbor's yard - another surprise! A checklist for this evening is here: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S55983438 Joe Fell Buffalo, NY JFell2000 at gmail dot com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Worm-eating Warbler - Buffalo NY
Shelley Seidman made a great find today with a Worm-eating Warbler. The bird was found in downtown Buffalo near Lakefront Blvd and Waterfront Circle working in the leaf litter and shrubs along the railroad tracks. Poor but easily identifiable photos on eBird: https://ebird.org/MyEBird?cmd=list=loc=L3625400=year Joseph Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Worm-eating Warbler - Buffalo NY
Shelley Seidman made a great find today with a Worm-eating Warbler. The bird was found in downtown Buffalo near Lakefront Blvd and Waterfront Circle working in the leaf litter and shrubs along the railroad tracks. Poor but easily identifiable photos on eBird: https://ebird.org/MyEBird?cmd=list=loc=L3625400=year Joseph Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Trumpeter Swan and others - Langford NY 3-31-19
While running errands in the south-towns,I stopped by Winter's Pond to see the Trumpeter Swan and any other birds (reported by Sue Barth and others). I was able to see the Trumpeter Swan and Tundra Swan (thanks again Kevin Rybczynski for letting me know they were feeding in stubble across the street). In addition, I had my FOY Eastern Meadowlark, Field Sparrow and American Pipit (Kevin also had the pipit, I'm not sure about the others). Also present were 2 Bonaparte's Gulls - they were put up by a Bald Eagle and did not return. The complete checklist can be seen here: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S54415926 Joe Fell Buffalo, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Trumpeter Swan and others - Langford NY 3-31-19
While running errands in the south-towns,I stopped by Winter's Pond to see the Trumpeter Swan and any other birds (reported by Sue Barth and others). I was able to see the Trumpeter Swan and Tundra Swan (thanks again Kevin Rybczynski for letting me know they were feeding in stubble across the street). In addition, I had my FOY Eastern Meadowlark, Field Sparrow and American Pipit (Kevin also had the pipit, I'm not sure about the others). Also present were 2 Bonaparte's Gulls - they were put up by a Bald Eagle and did not return. The complete checklist can be seen here: https://ebird.org/view/checklist/S54415926 Joe Fell Buffalo, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Fish Crow
I just had a Fish Crow at work in Riverside (NW Buffalo) - I heard it call through the window. A pleasant and unexpected surprise. It may be worth checking out nearby areas: Unity Island, The Ontario St Boat Launch and other spots along the Niagara River. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Fish Crow
I just had a Fish Crow at work in Riverside (NW Buffalo) - I heard it call through the window. A pleasant and unexpected surprise. It may be worth checking out nearby areas: Unity Island, The Ontario St Boat Launch and other spots along the Niagara River. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Northern Shrike etc. - Buffalo
I had a Shrike as well as an American Kestrel at the Union Ship Canal near the Certainteed building in South Buffalo about 20 minutes ago. Prior to that I had a Northern Mockingbird, American Kestrel and Snowy Owl at the Seaway Slip on Furhman Blvd. The owl was out on the break wall. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Northern Shrike etc. - Buffalo
I had a Shrike as well as an American Kestrel at the Union Ship Canal near the Certainteed building in South Buffalo about 20 minutes ago. Prior to that I had a Northern Mockingbird, American Kestrel and Snowy Owl at the Seaway Slip on Furhman Blvd. The owl was out on the break wall. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Black-legged Kittiwake - Buffalo
I had a Black-legged Kittiwake at Unity Island this afternoon. This was the first time I had a kittiwake in adult plumage. There are very poor photos on eBird. Mike G with Pat M and Kyle B found a very close Little Gull (and I believe a second across the River in Fort Erie). Kevin Rybczynski’s Sabine’s Gull eluded is all. I hope folks keep scanning the growing numbers of Bonaparte’s Gulls on the Niagara River for those less common species! I though our friends in Canada might appreciate a heads up on some of these birds, as they could just as easily appear on that side of the river. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Black-legged Kittiwake - Buffalo
I had a Black-legged Kittiwake at Unity Island this afternoon. This was the first time I had a kittiwake in adult plumage. There are very poor photos on eBird. Mike G with Pat M and Kyle B found a very close Little Gull (and I believe a second across the River in Fort Erie). Kevin Rybczynski’s Sabine’s Gull eluded is all. I hope folks keep scanning the growing numbers of Bonaparte’s Gulls on the Niagara River for those less common species! I though our friends in Canada might appreciate a heads up on some of these birds, as they could just as easily appear on that side of the river. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Forster's Tern - LaSalle Park- Buffalo 9-13-18
I saw *1 Forester's Tern* yesterday at LaSalle Park - the bird was in the company of 1 Common Tern. I understand that other's saw 2 of this species at Hamburg Town Park about 10 miles south of Buffalo yesterday as well. While our friends on the coast see these birds regularly, it's a treat to get them in migration here in Erie County. Joe Fell jfell2...@gamil.com Buffalo, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Forster's Tern - LaSalle Park- Buffalo 9-13-18
I saw *1 Forester's Tern* yesterday at LaSalle Park - the bird was in the company of 1 Common Tern. I understand that other's saw 2 of this species at Hamburg Town Park about 10 miles south of Buffalo yesterday as well. While our friends on the coast see these birds regularly, it's a treat to get them in migration here in Erie County. Joe Fell jfell2...@gamil.com Buffalo, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Nighthawks
I just had at least 8 Common Nighthawks over my house - always a treat! Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Nighthawks
I just had at least 8 Common Nighthawks over my house - always a treat! Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Common Nightgawk, Swainson’s Thrushes
I had 1 Common Nighthawk earlier this evening. Currently 5 or more Swainson’s Thrushes have passed over the house in downtown Buffalo. Joe Fell jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Common Nightgawk, Swainson’s Thrushes
I had 1 Common Nighthawk earlier this evening. Currently 5 or more Swainson’s Thrushes have passed over the house in downtown Buffalo. Joe Fell jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Odds and ends in Buffalo 4-28-18
Yesterday I was able to get to Times Beach and Tifft for a bit, highlights included: *American Bittern*: *1* at Times Beach initially seen by Josh Ketry a couple days back and *2* at Tifft. I miss this bird some years, I was surprised to have 3 in 1 day! *Cliff Swallow*: *1* a Tifft (Kevin Rybczynski has 2 others at Tifft) I had *5 Yellow-rumped* and 1 Palm Warbler at Tifft (I think several people had reported Palm at Tifft - Sue Barth, the Bertolas and others) *White-throated Sparrows*: *93* at Tifft - I think this was the tip of the iceberg. Moving by the dozens between the footbridge and Old Tifft St. I don't recall ever seeing numbers like this. Still lingering at Tifft were *5 Common Loons* and *9 Horned Grebes*. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Odds and ends in Buffalo 4-28-18
Yesterday I was able to get to Times Beach and Tifft for a bit, highlights included: *American Bittern*: *1* at Times Beach initially seen by Josh Ketry a couple days back and *2* at Tifft. I miss this bird some years, I was surprised to have 3 in 1 day! *Cliff Swallow*: *1* a Tifft (Kevin Rybczynski has 2 others at Tifft) I had *5 Yellow-rumped* and 1 Palm Warbler at Tifft (I think several people had reported Palm at Tifft - Sue Barth, the Bertolas and others) *White-throated Sparrows*: *93* at Tifft - I think this was the tip of the iceberg. Moving by the dozens between the footbridge and Old Tifft St. I don't recall ever seeing numbers like this. Still lingering at Tifft were *5 Common Loons* and *9 Horned Grebes*. -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Chimney Swifts - Buffalo
I had 3 Chimney Swifts over Forest Lawn Cemetery in Buffalo during my lunch break today. Joe Fell jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Chimney Swifts - Buffalo
I had 3 Chimney Swifts over Forest Lawn Cemetery in Buffalo during my lunch break today. Joe Fell jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Common Tern - Towpath Park - Buffalo 4-13-18
Just a brief stop along the Upper Niagara in Buffalo yielded a Common Tern among the 250 or so Bonaparte's Gulls. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Common Tern - Towpath Park - Buffalo 4-13-18
Just a brief stop along the Upper Niagara in Buffalo yielded a Common Tern among the 250 or so Bonaparte's Gulls. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Eurasian Wigeon - Tonawanda WMA (Genesee Co.)
I was able to see the Eurasian Wigeon reported yesterday by Peter Yeorg at North Feeder Marsh, Tonawanda WMA, in Alabama, NY. The bird was associating with 2 dozen American Wigeon. It was identifiable without a scope, however a scope would be helpful. I was told these birds left just before 5:00 pm, but perhaps it will return tomorrow. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Eurasian Wigeon - Tonawanda WMA (Genesee Co.)
I was able to see the Eurasian Wigeon reported yesterday by Peter Yeorg at North Feeder Marsh, Tonawanda WMA, in Alabama, NY. The bird was associating with 2 dozen American Wigeon. It was identifiable without a scope, however a scope would be helpful. I was told these birds left just before 5:00 pm, but perhaps it will return tomorrow. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Woodlawn Beach SP - Hamburg, NY
I had a juvenile Black-crowned Night Heron at Woodlawn Beach SP today. Strangely only 2 Mallards and a handful of gulls were present. A complete list can be seen here: http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S42317032 Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Woodlawn Beach SP - Hamburg, NY
I had a juvenile Black-crowned Night Heron at Woodlawn Beach SP today. Strangely only 2 Mallards and a handful of gulls were present. A complete list can be seen here: http://ebird.org/ebird/view/checklist/S42317032 Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Oswego Gulls Saturday 1-20-18
I had no luck with either the Slaty-backed Gull or Mew Gull today in the Oswego area (best gull for me was a 1st winter Iceland Gull - on the river near lock 6). At Oswego Harbor Kyle Brock scoped 1 bird on the break wall to the east, and a woman who's name I can't recall had spotted another on the east side of the harbor at the base of a large tower (perhaps a radio tower). That being said, I also have a request - if anyone is familiar with the permit requirements for keeping study skins or mounted birds for a school collection please contact me at the email provided (I know that DEC and USFWS both require permits, but any insight as to the particulars would be helpful). Best of luck if you go for the gulls - hopefully they will be re-found! Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Oswego Gulls Saturday 1-20-18
I had no luck with either the Slaty-backed Gull or Mew Gull today in the Oswego area (best gull for me was a 1st winter Iceland Gull - on the river near lock 6). At Oswego Harbor Kyle Brock scoped 1 bird on the break wall to the east, and a woman who's name I can't recall had spotted another on the east side of the harbor at the base of a large tower (perhaps a radio tower). That being said, I also have a request - if anyone is familiar with the permit requirements for keeping study skins or mounted birds for a school collection please contact me at the email provided (I know that DEC and USFWS both require permits, but any insight as to the particulars would be helpful). Best of luck if you go for the gulls - hopefully they will be re-found! Joe Fell Buffalo, NY jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Common Tern 11-24-17
Sorry for the late post - I started this email and failed to send it! I had a Common Tern foraging on the Niagara River on the east side of Beaver Island SP late Friday afternoon. The best views that I had were from the small half-circle spit of land that surrounds dock at that end of the park. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Common Tern 11-24-17
Sorry for the late post - I started this email and failed to send it! I had a Common Tern foraging on the Niagara River on the east side of Beaver Island SP late Friday afternoon. The best views that I had were from the small half-circle spit of land that surrounds dock at that end of the park. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Black Vultures - Lewiston NY
Today I had* 9 Black Vultures* in Lewiston - 7 at Lewiston Landing (the boat launch at the foot of Center St), 1 on the cel tower and 1 on the roof of St Peter's RC Church. The birds near the river were in the company of 1 Red-tailed Hawk and 1 Sharp-shinned Hawk. I had only 3 Turkey Vultures, and these birds were in flight at Center St and 6th St. There were none of the more noteworthy gulls on the river, and the only other birds on the water during my brief visit were several cormorants. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Black Vultures - Lewiston NY
Today I had* 9 Black Vultures* in Lewiston - 7 at Lewiston Landing (the boat launch at the foot of Center St), 1 on the cel tower and 1 on the roof of St Peter's RC Church. The birds near the river were in the company of 1 Red-tailed Hawk and 1 Sharp-shinned Hawk. I had only 3 Turkey Vultures, and these birds were in flight at Center St and 6th St. There were none of the more noteworthy gulls on the river, and the only other birds on the water during my brief visit were several cormorants. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Bird Island Pier 10/28 & 10/29
Yesterday I had 1 Snow Bunting, 4 Sanderlings and 1 Spotted Sandpiper on the Bird Island Pier in Buffalo. Today there were 5 Sanderlings, the Spotted Sandpiper, but no bunting. There were relatively few duck and gulls either day. Good birding! Joe Fell Buffalo, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Bird Island Pier 10/28 & 10/29
Yesterday I had 1 Snow Bunting, 4 Sanderlings and 1 Spotted Sandpiper on the Bird Island Pier in Buffalo. Today there were 5 Sanderlings, the Spotted Sandpiper, but no bunting. There were relatively few duck and gulls either day. Good birding! Joe Fell Buffalo, NY -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Loggerhead Shrike - Times Beach - Buffalo
Shelley Seidman found a Loggerhead Shrike at Times Beach Nature Preserve in Buffalo. The bird was moving about a bit - during the time I was there it was anywhere from ground level to about 40'. Others who were able to view the bird included Joshua Ketry, Kevin Rybczynski and Becky Harbison. The bird is banded - perhaps this will indicate the bird's origin (quite likely one of the Carden Alvar or Napanee Plain in ON) Times Beach is just south of downtown Buffalo on Furhman Blvd - best of luck for anyone looking tomorrow. Joe Fell Buffalo, NY 716.239.1508 jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Erie County Birds 7-13-17 (no Wood Stork)
Did some birding in southern Erie County hoping to find the Wood Stork seen by Mary-Ann Ingrao w/o any luck (it had been seen yesterday and Tuesday, if I understand correctly). That being said, the day was still productive. I had *1 each* of *Yellow-billed *and* Black-billed Cuckoos* (YB at Sturgeon Point, an unexpected BB at Bennett Beach), *5 Red-headed Woodpecker*s (2 at Wendt Beach, 1 at Bennett Beach, and 2 on Lakeshore just east of Evangola SP), *1 Semi Sandpiper* and *14 American Avocets* at Bennett Beach. On the way home, I saw *1 Merlin* that was harrying a Red-tailed Hawk near Juno and Route 5 in Hamburg. Joe Fell 716.239.1508 jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
[nysbirds-l] Erie County Birds 7-13-17 (no Wood Stork)
Did some birding in southern Erie County hoping to find the Wood Stork seen by Mary-Ann Ingrao w/o any luck (it had been seen yesterday and Tuesday, if I understand correctly). That being said, the day was still productive. I had *1 each* of *Yellow-billed *and* Black-billed Cuckoos* (YB at Sturgeon Point, an unexpected BB at Bennett Beach), *5 Red-headed Woodpecker*s (2 at Wendt Beach, 1 at Bennett Beach, and 2 on Lakeshore just east of Evangola SP), *1 Semi Sandpiper* and *14 American Avocets* at Bennett Beach. On the way home, I saw *1 Merlin* that was harrying a Red-tailed Hawk near Juno and Route 5 in Hamburg. Joe Fell 716.239.1508 jfell2...@gmail.com -- NYSbirds-L List Info: http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsWELCOME.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsRULES.htm http://www.NortheastBirding.com/NYSbirdsSubscribeConfigurationLeave.htm ARCHIVES: 1) http://www.mail-archive.com/nysbirds-l@cornell.edu/maillist.html 2) http://www.surfbirds.com/birdingmail/Group/NYSBirds-L 3) http://birding.aba.org/maillist/NY01 Please submit your observations to eBird: http://ebird.org/content/ebird/ --
